Sustainable investing has been a topic of significant interest and debate globally, including in Australia. WIS NSW will explore how global investors are applying sustainable investment policies to public equities, and how this can impact real world outcomes.

This lunchtime session, moderated by Stephanie Teh, Vice President on the Asset Stewardship Team of State Street Global Advisors, will emphasize the importance of sustainability outcomes and explore how these dynamics are influencing investment decisions for our super funds and asset managers.

Attendees will gain access to a practical framework for achieving sustainability outcomes, learn the distinction between impact and sustainable investing, and explore how to align investment strategies with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Key topics will include the connection between investments and outcomes, the shift from integration to impact, growing demand for measurable sustainability results, and alignment with global goals.

Our speakers:

• Karen Wong: Global Head of Sustainable Investing and Asset Stewardship at State Street Global Advisors. Karen is responsible for developing and driving the firmwide sustainable investing positioning and business strategy.

• Nicole Bradford: General Manager, Sustainable Investment and Planning at Australian Retirement Trust. Nicole is responsible for driving the strategic direction for sustainable investing and business planning across the $330 billion investment portfolio.

This event offers a unique blend of global insights and local market expertise and is open to all (all genders, members, and non-members).